Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer and occurs because of exposure to asbestos fibres which happen during the developmental phases of each country. In Singapore, the exposure peaked between 1960-1990, and in other parts of ASEAN it still has ongoing exposure as the countries grow at different rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Asbestos is still commonly found in the structures of some older buildings. If these structures are unstable and disturbed, these damaging fibres can be released into the air. It is also important to note that asbestos is still used as a manufacturing part of brake pads, roofing material, vinyl tiles, and some cement piping. Asbestos can also be found in certain rock formations that can be released during mining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is usually caused by inhalation of the asbestos fibres and it can happen as part of the individual\u2019s occupation such as shipbuilding, spray-painting, plumbing, and auto industries. There are 2 types of fibres, the blue fibres [amphibolic fibres] are the ones that cause the most damage as they can burrow into the tissue. Mesothelioma can develop anywhere between 10-80 years after exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unfortunately, symptoms of mesothelioma rarely show in the early stages. Most patients would experience these in the later stages of cancer. The symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n There will be a general assessment of patient\u2019s general health to look for signs of disease, such as lumps or any other unusual symptoms. The doctor will ask questions about health habits, exposure to asbestos, past illnesses, occupational history and treatments. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Checks for abnormal growths or thickening of tissue inside the chest cavity and evidence of effusion.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Checks for the extent to which the disease has spread and for evidence of any evidence of metastasis (where the cancer cells spread to other parts of the body).<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The removal of sample tissue from the lining of the chest or abdomen for a clinical test under the microscope. The doctor will be looking for any abnormal cell activity. A biopsy can be done by either using a thin needle or by making a small cut to take out the tissue needed. Some times, the doctor would require a video-assisted surgical biopsy<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The bronchoscope is a tube-like device with a light and a lens for viewing structures inside the airways. It is also used in obtaining samples from the lungs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n The Pleural effusion fluid is collected from the chest cavity and is visualized under the microscope to look for cancer cells.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n The treatment of mesothelioma requires a muti-disciplinary approach from an experienced team of doctors. It is usually the combination of Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation that yields the best results. You need to visit a Mesothelioma specialist who can guide you well in this condition and give you the best Mesothelioma treatment in Singapore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/icts.com.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/ICTS_Mesothelioma-Staging-01.png\")
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What are the symptoms of Mesothelioma?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Investigation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
TREATMENTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n